Favourites / July

Hello! Another month gone and we're already into our eighth one of the year, (!!) where is this year going its crazy! I haven't actually done a good ol' favourites in a while so here is the lowdown on a few bits I'm enjoying as of late.

I Need To Stop Wearing Dungarees

Hello again! Hasn't this week so far been glorious? Although I am seriously warm its so nice to actually have a glimpse of summer, I'm sure it won't last but its nice whilst its here! So because of the weather not being so amazing as of the last few months, (June, you were appalling) I wanted to share my absolute love to these beauties that I've really needed to stop wearing recently. 

The Lust List #1

Hello! So I'm sure like me, you're generally always on the lookout for new stuff, and whether it's because of the ever-imminent pay day or a special occasion, there's nothing much better than getting something shiny and new! I fancied sharing a few of the bits and bobs that I've been after and that have been catching my eye.. I hope the boyf and my mumma are taking notes!

Kate Spade / Brand Focus

Hello! Now as a student, I'm not really one for popping to Chanel or YSL to get a new handbag or pair of shoes, but I am a total lover (from afar unfortunately) of designer clothes, shoes and handbags and I think its such an amazing feeling getting something designer you've been after for ages! 

For me, one of the best mid-range desniger brands has to be Kate Spade, it's luxurious and aspirational, but still an achievable price point if you're looking for something a bit more special than the high street stores.

Spring Update | Wardrobe Edition

Hello Again!

I've recently been picking up a few little bits here and there in preparation for the - hopefully - warmer upcoming months this spring, so thought it would be a good time to show you in case you're needing a bit of inspiration for a spring wardrobe overhaul!

Nottingham Fashion Week

Hello! Hello!

Today is a slightly different post, as I wanted to share something for you Nottingham girls and guys!

Coming in April is a really exciting event taking place; The Style Show Live! 

Taking place on Friday 29th and Saturday 30th of April and hosted by Radio 1 DJ Alice Levine, as part of the Nottingham Fashion Week, the show features Trend Focus events and an exclusive Catwalk featuring looks from this year's latest trends, with a showcase from some of Nottingham Trent's Fashion Design students too! And with over 40 of the city's fashion retailers taking part, there's style inspiration for all tastes and budgets. What's not to love?

Green With (Velvet) Envy

Jumper - Primark 

Leather Jacket - New Look

Trousers - Topshop

Loafers - Zara

Hello! 

I've recently been obsessing over these green velvet trousers and thought they needed a feature on the blog! I bought these in the Topshop Christmas sale as I needed to kill some time before work and I just fell in love, the fact that they ended up being green and my size was clearly a stroke of fate too! 

I love the slight cigarette cut of these which keeps them looking fairly smart for things like work, or going out for drinks, but they're so soft and comfy because of the velvet! I also think this colour is great with red/orange/pink (whatever my hair colour is at the moment) hair, so anything dark green I can find I'm desperate to get my mitts on!

I'd love to know if you have anything like these trousers? Are you a lover or hater of velvet?

Let me know in the comments!

Love, Chloé

January Favourites

 Hello!

So today I wanted to write my first favourites post of the year, showing you some of the things I've been loving in the past month! The days are flying by and I still can't believe it's already February! Someone tell me where the time is going please?

Bobbi Brown Gel Liner:

I think if I could have a desert island product that I could take anywhere, that is my ultimate total holy grail product of my life so far - it might be this. Bobbi Brown is my queen and I love that woman for creating probably one of the best eye-liners I've ever used. This badboy is called long-wearing for a reason! My favourite is the classic Black Ink, its rich, creamy, can be smudged and smokey or even manipulated to get the prefect wing, but dries quickly and stays ALL. DAY. No joke by the end of the night this is still perfect, and I've been in the shower before with this and it hasn't come off, please go and buy this product. It's magical. I'll stop now. You can buy it online here!

MAC Fanfare:

Another holy grail product that has a really special place in my heart, I actually bought this lipstick when I visited New York, and it's become a staple in my everyday makeup bag! Think the perfect 'your lips but better' shade, but then better than that. Its a beautiful nude pink with a slight peachy undertone to it, I love the creamsheen formula too which makes it moisturising and slightly glossy, but that still stays on your lips for a good 3-4 hours or so! Find it here.

Olympea Perfume:
So I've actually lost my lid for this perfume, but let's just ignore that shall we?
This was a perfume I got for Christmas from my mum that I hadn't even smelt before - risky I know - but I was so amazed by this! What I've found too is that I receive so many compliments when wearing it, something that I haven't noticed much with other perfumes I've worn in the past.
It's main notes comprise of Green Mandarin, Ginger Lily and Jasmine, with base notes as Vanilla and Sandalwood. Now let's be real, I know nothing about perfumes and I cannot describe scents very well, so all I would say is go and smell this beauty because you won't be disappointed! Although if you were looking for a more solid and descriptive review here is a great one!

Origins Night - A - Mins Moisturiser:
Another present I received from Christmas that I just haven't stopped using! This 'mineral-enriched renewal cream' is super rich, think and hydrating - but without being heavy. It contains Vitamins C, E and H, with a combination of minerals and moisture replenishers. For a while I've suffered from really dry skin, especially this time of year, so this cream has been a total lifesaver in making my skin really soft and healthy without making it feel greasy.

Zara Buckle Loafers:
I have to say, I've developed a real talent in finding great buys for cheap prices, and these Zara beauties I found under a table without any tags, looking very sad and desperate for a home, and at only £20 I was very obliging. So I took it upon myself to add them to my growing shoe family, and literally haven't worn anything else since late December - even my boyfriend noticed I'd been wearing them a lot! Even though I've developed a unhealthy obsession with these babies, I just have to wear them every day! They're comfortable, easy to wear and pretty much go with anything I own, so why they hell not? Looking for similar? Find some here and here!

What have you been loving in the past month? I'd love to find out in the comments!

Love, Chloé

Weekend Wonders

This weekend I visited home, which was really lovely to chill and relax without having to think too much about work! Whilst on the way to my Nan's me and my mum spotted this lovely patch of trees and thought it would be a great spot to snap my outfit. 

Jumper - GEORGE at Asda 

Skirt - Topshop

Leather Jacket - New Look

Tights - Primark

Boots - River Island

I hardly ever wear skirts as I'm much more of a trousers girl usually, but one of my flatmates gave me this gorgeous purple velvet skirt, and I was more than happy to

 give it a new home! 

I think this is going to be worn  lot by me over the next few months with a pair of tights and a cosy jumper! Plus the colour means it wont be another all black outfit like usual for me!

Chloé

xo

Autumn Strolls

Today me and my boyfriend - who very kindly snapped some photos for me - went for a little stroll around our local town park where we live in Nottingham, so I thought it would be a perfect time for a more fashion related post!

I'm really trying to manage my time better and I'm hoping I can get more posts up similar to this! It was actually really fun to take a few pictures whilst having a lovely mosey around. 

Jumper - Primark

Jeans - TK Maxx

Faux Leather Jacket - New Look

Boots - Primark

Necklaces - Market Stalls

I also wanted to take a few pictures of these love locks on the bridge we walked on, I think its such a nice but simple idea and a has a lovely sentiment behind it. 

Photography Credit: Daniel Collins

Chloé

xo